Welcome to the Drum Kit
The standard drum kit consists of snare drum, bass drum, tom toms, high-hat and cymbals. Many players choose to add extras to the standard kit including various cymbals, drums and other unpitched instruments.
The drum kit is used extensively in pop and rock music as well as in many other styles of music. Coordination and a strong sense of pulse is essential for a kit player.
Snare Drum
The snare drum can be played on its own or as part of a drum kit. Stick technique is essential for learning rudiments and pupils will normally begin on the snare alone. The snare is given its name from the metal snares that are strung on the underside skin. The snare itself can be engaged or disengaged depending on what sound the player requires.
The snare drum is used as part of a drum kit in most western pop music and provides the percussion family with an extra 'bite'.
Take a moment to listen to Ravel's Bolero - one of the most famous snare drum rhythms of all time.
